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Heritage Center hold ribbon-cutting to celebrate new handicap ramp

Thursday, January 10, 2013
By SHERI RYAN TN Correspondent This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Published on Times News Online (http://www.tnonline.com)

SHERI RYAN/SPECIAL TO THE TIMES NEWS Participating in the ramp ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Summit Hill Heritage Association are from left, Bobby O'Gurek; Dawn Ferrante, Carbon County Chamber of Commerce and Carbon County Economic Development; Commissioner Thomas J. Gerhard; Martha Rex, Chamber of Commerce; Summit Hill Mayor Paul McArdle; "Elvis" (Johnny M.); and Dave Wargo, Summit Hill Heritage Center vice-president.

Come one, come all!

In an ongoing effort to reach out to every member of the community, the Summit Hill Heritage Center held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Sunday to celebrate its new handicap accessible ramp.

"It's been a couple years in the works," said center president Deb Ranck.

Of course, money was an issue.

But that is where Summit Hill resident, Bobby O'Gurek stepped in. O'Gurek, who designed and maintains the center's website, posts all the updates for upcoming events at the center.

"I thought to myself, I wish I can go to these events; however, I couldn't get in the Heritage Center by myself," said O'Gurek. Kindhearted members offered to carry O'Gurek in his electric wheelchair to provide him access, but due to the 400-500 pound weight, O'Gurek felt it best not to go so that no one would be hurt.

Will Be at Miner's Heritage Festival

Sunday, 04 July 2010 14:54 | Written by Administrator |

We will be selling Corn on the Cob and dumplings at the Coal Miner's Heritage Festival at the Number Nine Mine and Museum Heritage Festival on Sunday, July 11, 2010. Stop by and see us

501C3 Status is Official

It's a pleasure for us to announce that we have finally received the final paperwork designating us a 501c3 status and recognized as a non-profit service organization by the State of PA and the US Government. This means that any contributions made to help us support the Summit Hill Heritage Center are tax deductible. Your donations help us keep the building running and provide several things to you and all of your neighbors including:

Providing a home and support to the Summit Hill Food Pantry, an organization that feeds 140+ families each month
A place for community organizations to freely meet such as the Quilting Guild and the Boy Scouts. Any organization who wishes to use the Center should contact us.
A gathering place to enjoy entertainment, cultural and social events in a safe, family atmosphere.
An educational center to learn about history, culture and traditions through lectures, exhibits and presentations

Your contributions will enable us to keep this building functioning as a vital part of not only Summit Hill but the whole Carbon-Schuylkill county area and the best part of all it is tax deductible.

April 2010 News Briefs

Thursday, 22 April 2010 14:58 | Written by Administrator |

April Clean up Day Held

We had a spring clean up on April 10th and managed to clear out a room downstairs for the Food Pantry to use for storage. Unfortunately one of the pianos in the room fell apart when we tried to move it so we had to throw it out. We also removed the copier from the premises, moved some furniture upstairs and arranged to have some larger items hauled away. Beth and Brandon also cleaned the sidewalks and gutters. Thanks to everyone that showed up to assist.

Dance Doubles in Attendance

Our second under 21 dance and concert was attended by more than twice the number of young people than were here in March. Entertainment was provided by Project SAR featuring Nevershoutmaggie. We will be having another one in the near future so watch here for the dates.

Flea Market Continued Success

Our flea market was a success again in April and helped us break our fundraising records for this event. Thanks to everyone who supports this event, both vendors and shoppers. Our next one is May 15th and will be an indoor/outdoor event. Check out our event page for more information.

Membership Program Forthcoming

We are beginning to put together a membership program with benefits at various levels for those who want to support and enjoy the Heritage Center to its fullest extent. Please check back here in the next month or so for more information.

New Events Added

Just added to the schedule, our new non-alcoholic fundraiser Good Times (tentative name) social event will begin on June 11th with a Karaoke night provided by L&B. You've seen them at the Palace and now they will be here from 7 to 10:30PM. Please come out and support us. Your $2.00 cover charge will benefit the Heritage Center and bring a canned good if you like for the Food Pantry. Soft drinks, light refreshments and our non alcoholic mixed drinks will be featured.

If there is an event you would like to see, write to us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Last Updated (Thursday, 22 April 2010 19:48)

Facade Rehabilitation on Building

Thursday, 22 April 2010 14:24 | Written by Administrator |

Local craftsman Joshua Steigerwalt is replacing the soffitt, facia and downspouts on the Heritage Center to repair some damage from the harsh winter we had. We are glad to have him assisting us with this project and helping us to continue to improve our appearance. Stop by and check out his good works.

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